Sr Software Engineering Manager, A2G Graphics Software – Display Products (Onsite)

RTX; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 132,000 - 252,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

3 weeks of vacation for newly hired

Generous 401(k) plan with matching

Tuition reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment Program

Life insurance and disability coverage

Adoption Assistance

Job summary

RTX Collins Aerospace in Cedar Rapids, IA seeks a Senior Engineering Manager to lead the Next Generation A2G Graphics Drivers group within Display Products. You will guide system software engineers, align with DO-178C, and support bids, proposals, and customer tech presentations.

Strong leadership, a results-driven mindset, and collaboration are essential. Display Products designs avionics displays for commercial and military use.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field.
• Successful leadership experience in developing certified software written in assembly and C/C++.
• Proven record of meeting objectives and commitments.
• Possess a collaborative way of working.
• Demonstrated success in balancing system performance and affordability.
• Strong communicator, able to interface with the spectrum from individual contributors to executive leadership.

Responsibilities

• Own execution of safety critical, DO-178C compliant, graphics driver development.
• Ensure appropriate alignment with industry standards such as A661, OpenGL SC, and Vulkan SC.
• Drive market differentiation through custom AMLCDs and graphics drivers.
• Lead engineers and ensure program commitments are met.
• Ensure consistency with Collins Consistent Engineering Processes.
• Ensure compliance with Program / Product requirements as reflected in design plans.
• Participate in the budgetary planning process through identification of staffing, facilities, capital, and support needs.
• Manage performance of engineering personnel and meet required deliverables.
• Lead a wide range of entry-level to highly experienced Engineers.
• Lead product execution through risk and opportunity management, earned value management, and appropriate accountability.
• Lead technology maturation through scope definition and funding acquisition.
• Demonstrate technical expertise in Displays and the associated technologies.
• Support the development and upkeep of product roadmaps and participates in industry committees.
• Maintain awareness of technology and Company’s competitive position.

Skills

Leadership experience

Certified software development

Objectives delivery

Collaborative work style

Balancing performance and cost

Strong communication

Education

STEM degree

Advanced degree

Job description

Date Posted:

2026-08-25

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-131 ~ 5450 C Ave NE ~ BLDG 131

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Security Clearance Type:

None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

At RTX, the world’s largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.

Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

Do you have what it takes to lead an innovative, forward thinking, intrinsically motivated engineering design team?

The Display Products department is searching for a Senior Engineering Manager to join our team.We like to learn, have fun, and make a difference!It comes easily when you work on cool products with hard-working individuals who share the same passion.Our Displays engineering team leads the industry with cost competitive, innovative technology that sets us apart from our competition and helps our customers make the most of their investments.

We are looking for a strong, passionate leader with an action oriented, collaborative mindset, who operates with a vision, delivers benefits to meet/exceed expectations, builds and enhances his/her people, evaluates performance of self and others by results, plans for his/her people’s needs, anticipates project/organizational change, all while operating with Full Integrity.

Display Products is responsible for designing displays for both commercial and military avionics. The successful candidate will lead and mentor the Next Generation A2G Graphics Drivers group consisting of system software engineers. Experience related to the design and development of avionics displays is desired; software design experience is strongly desired. This person will also support customer and business-related activities including bids, proposals, and customer technical presentations.

What You Will Do

• Own execution of safety critical, DO-178C compliant, graphics driver development

• Ensure appropriate alignment with industry standards such as A661, OpenGL SC, and Vulkan SC

• Drive market differentiation through custom AMLCDs and graphics drivers

• Lead engineers and ensure program commitments are met

• Ensure consistency with Collins Consistent Engineering Processes

• Ensure compliance with Program / Product requirements as reflected in design plans

• Participate in the budgetary planning process through identification of staffing, facilities, capital, and support needs

• Manage performance of engineering personnel and meet required deliverables

• Lead a wide range of entry-level to highly experienced Engineers

• Lead product execution through risk and opportunity management, earned value management, and appropriate accountability

• Lead technology maturation through scope definition and funding acquisition

• Demonstrate technical expertise in Displays and the associated technologies

• Support the development and upkeep of product roadmaps and participates in industry committees

• Maintain awareness of technology and Company’s competitive position

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field

• Successful leadership experience in developing certified software written in assembly and C/C++

• Proven record of meeting objectives and commitments

• Possess a collaborative way of working

• Demonstrated success in balancing system performance and affordability

• Strong communicator, able to interface with the spectrum from individual contributors to executive leadership

What We Offer

Benefits:

Some of our competitive benefits package includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees

• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option

• Tuition reimbursement program

• Student Loan Repayment Program

• Life insurance and disability coverage

• Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance,critical illnessinsurance, group legal, ID theft protection

• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits

• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning

• Adoption Assistance

• Autism Benefit

• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions

• Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program

• Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits

• Bright Horizons, child and elder care services

• Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program

• And more!

This role may be eligible for relocation.

Collins Aerospace makes modern flight possible. Of course, that wouldn’t be possible without the capabilities and technologies of our organization, as well as our engineers – a highly skilled, accomplished network that spans more than 180 sites, 24 countries and 6 Strategic Business Units (SBUs).

Our industry-leading experts are setting the standards for the aerospace industry and paving the way for the future. But as new challenges present themselves, we need fresh, creative and motivated minds to overcome these hurdles, help us break barriers and achieve new levels of innovation. Do you have what it takes to join a global organization that doesn’t shy away from big opportunities? If so, we invite you to join our ranks and create the next generation of aerospace technologies.

Together, we will nurture an engineering culture that values intellectual curiosity, risk takers and integrity. A place where we will challenge ourselves, our teams, and the status quo and where we will work to find a way – the right way – to achieve what others can only dream of.

Onsite

Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attendselect steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

The salary range for this role is 132,400 USD - 251,600 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.